Serving 1,513 students in grades 6-8, Lakeside Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 74% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,513 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 74% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 49% (Top 1%)
- Attendance Zone: Lakeside Middle School serves the southern part of Cumming, GA, encompassing an area of approximately 18.7 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with an average distance of 2.6 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lakeside Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Lakeside Middle School's student population of 1,513 students has grown by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 90 teachers has grown by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,513 students
Total Classroom Teachers
90 teachers
School Rankings
Lakeside Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lakeside Middle School is 0.63, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#129 out of 2192 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)49%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
47%
5%
Hispanic
9%
20%
Black
3%
36%
White
38%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
63%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lakeside Middle School's ranking?
Lakeside Middle School is ranked #129 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Lakeside Middle School often compared to?
Lakeside Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like South Forsyth Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Lakeside Middle School?
1,513 students attend Lakeside Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Lakeside Middle School students are Asian, 38% of students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lakeside Middle School?
Lakeside Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lakeside Middle School offer ?
Lakeside Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lakeside Middle School part of?
Lakeside Middle School is part of Forsyth County School District.
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